1997 Lexus GS 300 1997 GS300 Basic Operation - Page 3
1997 Lexus GS 300 Manual
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BASIC OPERATION-QUICK REFERENCE 3. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION OF OVERDRIVE SWITCH For selecting either a four-speed or five-speed transmission. SELECTOR LEVER POSITION Parking, engine starting and key removal position Reverse position Neutral position Normal driving position Position for engine braking Position for stronger engine braking than that in "S" position INDICATION OPERATION OF SELECTOR LEVER With the brake pedal depressed, shift while pressing the lock release button in (The ignition switch must be in "ON" position.) Shift while pressing the lock release button in Shift without pressing the button Note: When the cruise control is being used, even if you downshift the transmission by turning off the overdrive switch, engine braking will not be applied because the cruise control is not cancelled. For the operation to decrease the vehicle speed, see page 146. 3